Locum General Dentist job in Alton, IL - Make $100/hr - $125/hr

About the role

Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum General Dentist job in Alton, IL paying $100/hour - $125/hour.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive oral health assessments and diagnose dental conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Perform a variety of dental procedures, including fillings, extractions, root canals, and crown and bridge work.
• Provide preventive dental care, such as cleanings and oral hygiene education.
• Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide as needed.
• Collaborate with dental hygienists, dental assistants and other dental professionals.
• Maintain accurate and complete dental records.

Requirements

• Strong clinical knowledge and dental assessment skills.
• Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for performing dental procedures.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients.
• Proficiency in using dental equipment and technology.
• Ability to manage dental emergencies effectively.
• Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a dental team.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental school.
• Active and unrestricted dental license in Illinois.
• Current BLS certification.

Skills

• Strong clinical knowledge and dental assessment skills.
• Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for performing dental procedures.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients.
• Proficiency in using dental equipment and technology.
• Ability to manage dental emergencies effectively.
• Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a dental team.

Benefits

• Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
• Flexible schedules.
• Pursue diverse work environments.
• Control workload.

Pay

$100/hour - $125/hour

Schedule and Coverage

Scheduled + No Call
Shift Schedule: Standard 4, 9-Hour 07:30 - 17:00

Additional Notes

• Locum tenens dentist positions are temporary assignments, often lasting weeks or months, to fill staffing gaps in dental practices.
• These positions offer competitive pay and flexible schedules, allowing dentists to pursue diverse work environments and control their workload.
• Some states may have additional practice requirements for locum dentists, so familiarization with the specific state regulations is recommended.

For all employees and employee applicants, Aya is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer, including Disability/Vets, and welcomes all to apply.